Book Was There is a space to reflect on the changing nature of reading through an understanding of its past. It is both a prelude and sequel to the new book by that title now out with University of Chicago Press. The author of Book Was There, Andrew Piper, is a professor of …

Here is a mash-up of recent piece in Scientific American on the differences between reading screens and paper alongside quotes from my book. The similarities are striking and of course rewarding. I just wish it would get cited a little more. “We often think of reading as a cerebral activity concerned …

One of the nicest books I received in the mail recently was The Association of American University Presses’ catalogue to the Book, Jacket, and Journal Show (2013). It’s a gorgeous reminder of the creativity of book designers, not to mention the vibrancy of academic publishing. Book design is one of …